So we are finally leaving Camping La Rosaleda and heading for Camping Los Escullos, near to Los Escullos, and about 25 miles east of Almeria.

As usual, we left later than anticipated, although upon our arrival at the campsite reception (to check out), we hadn’t factored in Sunday and its late opening. We had to wait until reception opened to settle our account, finally hitting the road circa 09:15. It took around 6 hours to cover the 300 miles to Los Escullos. Our journey times were considerably improved due to the recent opening of the A7 all the way from Malaga to Almeria. It’s just as well, since the old N340 road would have been a very slow journey.

There was some spectacular scenery along the way but nothing had quite prepared us for the endless polytunnels. Mile upon mile upon mile of plastic greenhouses and “structures”. Apparently this is where the UK gets most of its tomatoes from – an all year round operation. Maybe they supply all of Northern Europe too…

We arrived about 15:30 and were fully set up within around 4 hours – including our latest edition, an Isabella “Sunshine” awning.

Doesn’t she look splendid and so much space for all our toys and comforts. Of course there aren’t any front panels but then, this is Spain and the weather will be hot and dry…

Dinner was at the campsite restaurant, which was pleasant enough but the food not in the same class as the Camping La Rosaleda fare.